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M100 SBR

1995 Lotus Elan

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,583 mi
Last recorded106,583 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1995 Lotus Elan65,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM100 SBR
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 106,583 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 106,583 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 106,573 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 105,925 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 105,672 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 105,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 104,770 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 102,232 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 99,762 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 97,820 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 95,735 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 93,367 miles

advise parking brake limited reserve travel

advise rear pads low

Pass 14 Mar 2011 90,563 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 87,330 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 82,092 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 79,146 miles

advise front and rear suspension very rusty

Pass 26 May 2006 76,180 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 76,180 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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M100 SBR is a 1995 Lotus Elan in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1995 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 65,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M100 SBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 31 years old, this Lotus Elan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M100 SBR?

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What year was M100 SBR registered?

M100 SBR is a 1995 Lotus Elan, first registered on 10 July 1995.

Is M100 SBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M100 SBR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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